Heo Eun-a, former leader of the Reformist Party, announces support for Lee Jae-myung

On the 19th, Heo Eun-a, former leader of the Reformist Party, made a surprise appearance at the Seoul campaign event of Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party, and declared her support.

During the campaign event held near Times Square in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, former leader Heo took to the stage and embraced Candidate Lee, expressing her intention to support him.

Candidate Lee introduced former leader Heo, saying, "I've wanted to bring her on board for quite a while, but it’s been delayed. She has also served as the spokesperson for the People's Power, and I hope she will realize the true values of conservatism within the Democratic Party."

He also mentioned, “I hope the People's Power quickly regains its senses and returns to a proper conservative stance, though it doesn’t seem easy for the time being, and we might need to take on that role ourselves." He referred to former leader Heo as someone who has escaped from that side due to unbearable circumstances.

"Disappointed with fake conservatism, fake reform"… Seeking a new direction

Former leader Heo stated, "As someone who cares about the future of the Republic of Korea, I came out to support Candidate Lee," and added, "I have been a politician who has thought about conservatism longer than anyone else. I started a third party hoping for reform conservatism along with Lee Jun-seok, the presidential candidate of the Reformist Party."

She continued, "But as you all know, the end of that path was incredibly disappointing and frustrating. Both the People's Power and the Reformist Party turned out to be fake conservatism and fake reform. That is why I came out to propose a new direction."

Former leader Heo praised Candidate Lee as a "prepared president," emphasizing that he talks about unity and responsibility rather than division or hatred. She explained, "The reason I could be here today is because the public continually voiced their demand for an end to civil unrest, and secondly, because Candidate Lee has shown consistent leadership."

Former leader Heo praised Candidate Lee as a "prepared president," emphasizing that he talks about unity and responsibility rather than division or hatred.

In response, Candidate Lee welcomed former leader Heo, stating that she is a "new comrade who will help transcend the crisis in the Republic of Korea."

Image source: Heo Eun-a, former leader of the Reformist Party, declared support for Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party, at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of the 19th, raising her hand with the candidate. 2025.5.19/ News1. The possibility of Heo Eun-a, former leader of the Reformist Party, joining the Democratic Party is being discussed as she appeals for support for Candidate Lee during the campaign event held in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of the 19th. 2025.5.19/ News1.